Sunrise of Cascade
Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Memory Care · Grand Rapids, MI
Sunrise of Cascade
Assisted Living, Hospice Care & Memory Care · Grand Rapids, MI
An assisted living and memory care community in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is Sunrise of Cascade. It’s nestled on Charlevoix Drive just east of Interstate 96 and the 28th Street exit. The single-story facility operates 125 apartments in studio, one-, and two-bedroom floor plans, giving residents flexibility in choosing their space and lifestyle fit. It’s built in a craftsman style with charming fieldstone fireplaces in common areas and elegant leaded glass windows, creating a warm, home-like atmosphere.
The somewhat walkable neighborhood scores 43, meaning some services are reachable on foot, with lots of daily errands needing a brief drive. The location offers easy access to shopping, dining, the Cascade Library, and Fred Meijer Gardens, making it convenient for residents and visiting family members. Sunrise of Cascade is operated by MS Cascade SH and has received a Bronze National Quality Award from the AHCA/NCAL, demonstrating a commitment to resident care. The home welcomes residents’ pets, which can be a crucial part of upholding connections and enrichment in daily life. The facility is also mindful of transportation needs, offering transportation services to help occupants handle errands and outings.
Over time, state inspections have flagged zones around food handling, medication management, and care documentation. Sunrise of Cascade has also experienced periods of substantial compliance, reflecting active efforts to uphold regulatory requirements.
When thinking of a move, families benefit from arranging an on-site tour to see the floor plans, meet staff, and observe the home’s daily culture.
125-bed community Rank #65 / 431Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 65th out of 431 homes in Michigan for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Michigan facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Michigan that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 43 / 100 Rank #289 / 703Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 289th out of 703 homes in Michigan for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Michigan facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Michigan that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
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About this community
Facility TypeHomes For The Aged
StatusRegular
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
ExpirationJuly 31, 2026 Expires in 16 days
CountyKent
License NumberAH410322787
Sunrise of Cascade is legally operated by MS Cascade SH, LLC.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Deborah Rost, Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Inspection History
In Michigan, the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) conducts unannounced inspections and investigations to ensure long-term care facilities comply with state health codes.
Since 2012 · 14 years of data
6 deficiencies
4 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Michigan state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2012 vs. Michigan state average
Overall vs. MI average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
3 Better
Metrics better than Michigan average:
• Total deficiencies (25% below)
• Deficiencies per year (33% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (6% below)
• Total deficiencies (25% below)
• Deficiencies per year (33% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (6% below)
Latest Inspection
April 29, 2024
Renewal
Deficiencies
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 6 | 8 | This facility has 25% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (6 vs. MI avg 8).↓ 25% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2012.
| 0.4 | 0.6 | This facility has 33% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (0.4 vs. MI avg 0.6).↓ 33% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.5 | 1.6 | This facility has 6% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Michigan assisted living residence (1.5 vs. MI avg 1.6).↓ 6% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | MI Average | vs. MI Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 4 | 5 | This facility has had 20% fewer total inspections than the Michigan average (4 vs. MI avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 20% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- April 29, 2024 renewal inspection found 3 deficiencies including improper food protection, use of resident bathrooms for storage, and failure to maintain a meal census for three months.
- March 6, 2024 complaint investigation substantiated medication management failures, lack of a bowel program, and failure to involve Resident A or representative in service plan updates.
- April 29, 2023 renewal review found the facility in substantial compliance, resulting in license renewal with no deficiencies or complaints reported.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Type of Rooms Available
1 / 4
1 Bed
1
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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Sunrise of Cascade
2 bedroom
1 Bedroom
Studio
Suite
Places of interest near Sunrise of Cascade
8.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Grand Rapids's city center to Sunrise of Cascade's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.43 miles to nearest hospital (HRC Medical Center of Grand Rapids)
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The information below is reported by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
| Sunrise of Cascade | AL HOS MC | Grand Rapids (Cascade) | 125
Facility
125
MI AVG
74
Rank
#65 / 431 | Yes |
43
Facility
43
MI AVG
39
Rank
#289 / 703 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | A+ | 4 | 6
Facility
6
MI AVG
8
Rank
#170 / 330 | 1.5
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1.5
MI AVG
1.6
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Facility
100
MI AVG
74
Rank
#128 / 431 | No |
1
Facility
1
MI AVG
39
Rank
#681 / 703 | Private Rooms | - | - | 2 | -
Facility
-
MI AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 330 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
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95
MI AVG
74
Rank
#145 / 431 | No |
25
Facility
25
MI AVG
39
Rank
#480 / 703 | Studio / 1 Bed / Private Rooms | - | A+ | 1 | 15
Facility
15
MI AVG
8
Rank
#270 / 330 | 15.0
Facility
15.0
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#329 / 330 | St. Ann's Home Inc |
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20
MI AVG
74
Rank
#328 / 431 | No |
44
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44
MI AVG
39
Rank
#274 / 703 | - | - | - | 2 | 7
Facility
7
MI AVG
8
Rank
#183 / 330 | 3.5
Facility
3.5
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
#293 / 330 | Holland Home |
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Facility
20
MI AVG
74
Rank
#328 / 431 | Yes |
20
Facility
20
MI AVG
39
Rank
#526 / 703 | - | 39
Facility
39
MI AVG
22
Rank
#13 / 183 | A+ | 1 | -
Facility
-
MI AVG
8
Rank
#1 / 330 | 0.0
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0.0
MI AVG
1.6
Rank
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunrise of Cascade
What neighborhood is Sunrise of Cascade in?
Sunrise of Cascade is in the Cascade neighborhood of Grand Rapids.
Who is the owner of Sunrise of Cascade?
Sunrise of Cascade is legally operated by MS Cascade SH, LLC.
Is Sunrise of Cascade in a walkable area?
Sunrise of Cascade has a walk score of 43. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Sunrise of Cascade?
According to MI state health department records, Sunrise of Cascade's license number is AH410322787.
When does Sunrise of Cascade's license expire?
According to MI state health department records, Sunrise of Cascade's license expires on July 31, 2026.
Are pets allowed at Sunrise of Cascade?
Yes, Sunrise of Cascade allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Sunrise of Cascade have?
Sunrise of Cascade has 125 beds.
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